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Calls for heads to roll after feeble Sri Lanka T20 World Cup exit
Pressure is mounting on Sri Lanka’s captain, coach and the selection panel to step down after the co-hosts’ feeble exit from the T20 World Cup with a match to spare.A second Super Eights defeat, where Sri Lanka never threatened to get near their 169 target against New Zealand, ended their hopes of reaching the semi-finals.It also provoked unprecedented booing from the 35,000-strong crowd in Colombo and calls for heads to roll.The group win over Australia had hopes high for a run to at least the semi-finals, but it is now a distant memory after Sri Lanka’s batting was exposed time and again on turning pitches.Sri Lanka head coach Sanath Jayasuriya had already informed the board that he would step down after the World Cup.Now, captain Dasun Shanaka and the selectors seem likely to follow or be axed after an embarrassing campaign.“We have one more game in the competition and we will address what went wrong during the World Cup after that game and take the necessary steps,” a Sri Lanka Cricket spokesperson told AFP.Former captain Marvan Atapattu was scathing about Sri Lanka’s preparations.“Most teams have moved on with the times playing T20 cricket, but we have stagnated and made little progress, “Atapattu told AFP.“You need to identify your core players and stick with them,” he said.“In Sri Lanka’s case, they had no idea what their team was going to be even a week before the tournament,” he added.“It doesn’t work that way in international sport.”Sri Lanka lost three front-line bowlers to injury in the first week of the tournament, with fingers being pointed at the amount of lucrative franchise cricket being played.“When your players are involved in league cricket all over the world, there is a good chance that they break down just before a crucial campaign and that’s what happened to Sri Lanka,” Atapattu added.
2026-02-26 15:47:39

Seven children killed, 22 injured in Chaman gas cylinder blast
At least seven children were killed and 22 others injured in a gas cylinder explosion inside a house in Balochistan’s Chaman city on Thursday, officials said.The tragic incident occurred in the Killi Mahmoodabad area, where a gas cylinder exploded inside a residential house, causing a room to collapse and trapping several people under the debris.Rescue officials said seven children died after being buried under the rubble, while the injured included five women and eight children.Security forces cordoned off the area following the explosion as rescue teams launched relief operations, retrieving bodies and injured persons from the debris and shifting them to the Civil Hospital in Chaman.After receiving initial medical treatment, critically injured victims were referred to Quetta due to the severity of their conditions. Officials warned that the death toll could rise as several injured remain in critical condition.Police said children had gathered at the house to buy lassi for Iftar when the explosion occurred.President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives, particularly children, and extended condolences to the bereaved families.He prayed for the departed souls and the swift recovery of the injured, directing authorities to ensure the provision of the best possible medical treatment.The president also stressed the need for an effective regulatory system to prevent such incidents in the future.
2026-02-26 15:47:12

بھارتی حیدرآباد کے شاہی پکوان، جن کے بغیر سحری ممکن نہیں
رمضان المبارک کا مقدس مہینہ دنیا بھر کے مسلمانوں کے لیے روحانی عبادت، صبر اور برکتوں کا پیغام لے کر آتا ہے۔ اس مقدس مہینے میں سحر اور افطار کو خاص اہمیت حاصل ہوتی ہے، کیونکہ یہی وہ لمحات ہوتے ہیں جو روزہ دار کو جسمانی توانائی اور روحانی سکون فراہم کرتے ہیں۔ مختلف ممالک میں سحر اور افطار کے انداز، پکوان اور روایات ایک دوسرے سے مختلف ہونے کے باوجود ایک مشترکہ روحانی جذبے کی عکاسی کرتے ہیں۔اگر ایشیائی ممالک کی بات کی جائے تو یہاں رمضان کی رونقیں اور بھی منفرد رنگ لیے ہوتی ہیں۔ پاکستان، بھارت، ترکی، ایران، بنگلہ دیش اور مشرق وسطیٰ کے ممالک میں سحری اور افطار کے دسترخوان روایتی اور مقامی ذائقوں سے بھرے ہوتے ہیں۔کہیں حلیم، کہیں کباب، کہیں کھجور اور کہیں اسپیشل چاول اور گوشت کے پکوان رمضان کی پہچان بن جاتے ہیں۔ یہاں سحری صرف ایک کھانا نہیں بلکہ ایک ثقافتی روایت اور خاندانی اجتماع کی علامت بھی سمجھی جاتی ہے۔ انہی خوبصورت روایات کے درمیان بھارت کا تاریخی شہر حیدرآباد اپنی شاہی سحری اور منفرد دکنی ذائقوں کی وجہ سے خاص مقام رکھتا ہے۔حیدرآباد کی سحری اپنی روایتی ترکیبوں، خوشبودار مصالحوں اور نوابی انداز کے باعث دنیا بھر میں مشہور ہے، جہاں رمضان کی راتوں میں گلیاں کھانوں کی خوشبو سے مہک اٹھتی ہیں اور دسترخوان پر ایسے لذیذ پکوان سجائے جاتے ہیں جو اس شہر کی ثقافتی پہچان بن چکے ہیں۔کھچڑی، کھٹا اور قیمہ؛ روایت اور ذائقے کا بہترین امتزاجیہ امتزاج حیدرآباد کی سحری کی پہچان سمجھا جاتا ہے۔ نرم اور ہلکی کھچڑی، جو چاول اور مونگ کی دال سے تیار کی جاتی ہے، اس کے ساتھ کھٹا پیش کیا جاتا ہے جو املی، مونگ پھلی اور تل سے بنا ایک منفرد کھٹا سالن ہوتا ہے۔ ساتھ مزیدار اور مصالحہ دار قیمہ بھی ہوتا ہے، یہ ڈش نہ صرف پیٹ بھرتی ہے بلکہ جسم کو دیر تک توانائی بھی فراہم کرتی ہے اور صدیوں سے اس شہر کی سحری کا اہم حصہ ہے۔بھیجا فرائی؛ نان ویج شوقین افراد کی پسندیدہ ڈشسحری کے موقع پر بھیجا فرائی کو خاص اہمیت حاصل ہے۔ اسے مکھن اور خوشبودار مصالحوں کے ساتھ توے پر اچھی طرح پکایا جاتا ہے۔ اس کی نرم ساخت اور منفرد ذائقہ اسے خاص بناتا ہے۔ عام طور پر اسے گرم تندوری یا روٹی کے ساتھ پیش کیا جاتا ہے۔نہاری اور کلچہ؛ شاہی روایت کی علامتنہاری حیدرآباد کی مشہور ترین ڈشز میں شامل ہے۔ جو پوری رات ہلکی آنچ پر پکائی جاتی ہے، جس سے گوشت انتہائی نرم اور ذائقے سے بھرپور ہو جاتا ہے۔ اس کا گاڑھا شوربہ اور خوشبودار مصالحے اسے سحری کا بہترین انتخاب بناتے ہیں۔ اسے عام طور پر گرم اور نرم کلچوں کے ساتھ کھایا جاتا ہے۔ تلا ہوا گوشت ؛ سادہ مگر طاقت بخش ڈشیہ ایک آسان مگر انتہائی لذیذ پکوان ہے۔ مٹن کے چھوٹے ٹکڑوں کو ادرک، لہسن، ہری مرچ اور کڑی پتے کے ساتھ اچھی طرح تل لیے جاتے ہیں۔ اسے اکثر کھچڑی یا سادہ چاول کے ساتھ بطور سائیڈ ڈش پیش کیا جاتا ہے۔ یہ ڈش نہ صرف مزیدار ہوتی ہے بلکہ روزہ دار کو دیر تک توانائی فراہم کرتی ہے۔ملائی، نان ختائی اور میٹھی ڈشز؛ سحر کا میٹھا اختتامحیدرآباد میں سحری کے آخر میں ملائی، نان ختائی اور شاہی ٹکڑا جیسی میٹھی چیزیں پیش کی جاتی ہیں۔ یہ میٹھی ڈشز نہ صرف ذائقہ بڑھاتی ہیں بلکہ جسم کو توانائی بھی فراہم کرتی ہیں۔رمضان کے دوران حیدرآباد کے خصوصی پکوان نہ صرف مقامی افراد بلکہ دنیا بھر سے آنے والے لوگوں کو بھی اپنی جانب متوجہ کرتے ہیں۔ یہی وجہ ہے کہ حیدرآباد کی سحری کو ایشیا کی شاہی اور یادگار سحریوں میں شمار کیا جاتا ہے۔
2026-02-25 05:18:06

ایران امریکا مذاکرات کا دوسرا دور مکمل؛ امریکا نے مزید لڑاکا طیارے مشرقِ وسطیٰ پہنچا دیے
ایران اور امریکا کے درمیان جوہری مذاکرات کا دوسرا دور سوئٹزرلینڈ کے شہر جنیوا میں ختم ہوگیا ہے۔ یہ مذاکرات عمان کی ثالثی میں جاری ہیں اور دونوں ممالک کے نمائندوں نے کئی اہم امور پر بات چیت کی۔مذاکرات کے بعد ایرانی وزیر خارجہ عباس عراقچی نے کہا کہ رہنما اصولوں پر مفاہمت ہوئی ہے، تاہم ابھی بہت کچھ کرنا باقی ہے۔ ان کا کہنا تھا کہ بات چیت مثبت انداز میں آگے بڑھی ہے لیکن حتمی معاہدے تک پہنچنے کے لیے مزید تفصیلی مذاکرات ضروری ہیں۔دوسری جانب امریکی حکام نے دعویٰ کیا ہے کہ ایران آئندہ دو ہفتوں میں اپنے جوہری پروگرام سے متعلق تفصیلی تجاویز پیش کرے گا تاکہ دونوں ممالک کے درمیان موجود اختلافات کو کم کیا جا سکے۔ غیر ملکی خبر رساں ادارے کے مطابق امریکی حکام نے مذاکرات میں مثبت پیش رفت کا ذکر کیا، تاہم یہ بھی کہا کہ کئی اہم نکات پر ابھی مزید بات چیت ہونا باقی ہے۔ادھر اسرائیلی اخبار ’ٹائمز آف اسرائیل‘ نے اپنی رپورٹ میں دعویٰ کیا ہے کہ امریکا نے مشرق وسطیٰ میں مزید درجنوں لڑاکا طیارے تعینات کر دیے ہیں۔ رپورٹ کے مطابق ان طیاروں میں ایف 35، ایف 16 اور ایف 22 شامل ہیں، جبکہ فضا میں ایندھن فراہم کرنے والے ٹینکر طیاروں کی نقل و حرکت بھی دیکھی گئی ہے۔ اس پیش رفت کو خطے کی مجموعی صورتحال کے تناظر میں اہم قرار دیا جا رہا ہے۔دریں اثنا ایران کے سپریم لیڈر آیت اللہ علی خامنہ ای نے اپنے بیان میں کہا ہے کہ امریکا کے صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ ایران کو تباہ کرنے میں کبھی کامیاب نہیں ہوں گے۔ ان کا کہنا تھا کہ ایران دباؤ میں آنے والا نہیں اور اپنی پالیسیوں پر قائم رہے گا۔
2026-02-18 03:37:49

AI adoption in public sector to take time, moot told
ISLAMABAD: The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Pakistan’s public sector will require time, institutional reform, and capacity building, experts said at a workshop titled “AI Shaping Pakistan’s Digital Future”.Speaking at the session, industry specialists noted that while AI offers significant opportunities to improve governance and service delivery, its integration into the civil bureaucracy will not be immediate.It was highlighted that digital contributions account for more than 50 percent of GDP in China, whereas the share remains very low in Pakistan, underscoring the need for adoption across all sectors.The session was held for media professionals and digital activists at the head office of Huawei Pakistan, which also serves as a global back office for Huawei.Strong local cloud presence essential as data sovereignty, AI sovereignty fast becoming matters of national security, says Huawei officialExperts argued that AI tools could help streamline public services, support evidence-based decision-making, and reduce delays in administrative processes.Kashif Iqbal, a technical expert at Huawei, said Pakistan has a strong IT workforce, noting that Pakistanis form the second-largest group of employees at Huawei after Chinese nationals.More than 20,000 students participate annually in global competitions organised by Huawei, and Pakistani participants have consistently secured positions among the top three, outperforming competitors from around the world.Although basic infrastructure already exists in Pakistan, including in the public sector, the digitisation of data is essential for AI systems to function effectively. “AI is the right direction for transforming the public sector, but it will take time for senior executives and government officials to fully understand and effectively use these technologies,” said Ahmed Bilal Masood, CEO of AI and Cloud Business at Huawei Pakistan.He highlighted that Huawei is a key supplier of AI equipment used in establishing cloud services and ICT solutions in Pakistan.“Data sovereignty and AI sovereignty are becoming matters of national security globally, which is why a strong local cloud presence is essential,” Mr Masood said, adding that despite the challenges, AI is a critical driver for reforming Pakistan’s public administration. Embracing artificial intelligence, he said, could help modernise outdated systems and improve public service delivery.“AI is being adopted in all fields, from traffic management to enhancing the performance of hospitals and educational institutions.” However, he cautioned that successful implementation would depend on the enactment and enforcement of cyber laws, including data protection legislation, as technology alone cannot drive change.Faisal Ameer Malik, Huawei’s Chief Technology Officer for the Middle East and Central Asia region, said the concept of AI was introduced in 1956, with a major breakthrough occurring in 2011 by Google. However, the concept gained widespread prominence during and after the Covid era.He noted that between 2012 and 2022, AI was largely applied to small data models, but due to widespread digitalisation, current AI systems are based on large data models.He added that around 170 countries have released national digital strategies, while 60 countries have elevated AI to the level of a national strategy. Pakistan has already approved its National AI Policy in 2025.Published in Dawn, February 18th, 2026
2026-02-18 03:35:50

TTAP says extending protest at Parliament House till Tuesday to ‘see govt response’ to call for access to Imran
ISLAMABAD: The opposition decided on Monday to extend its sit-in at the Parliament House till Tuesday — one of the two court-mandated days for meeting incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan — to “see the government’s response” to their call for allowing access to the former premier.Imran’s family and associates had been barred from visiting him for several weeks until the Supreme Court’s intervention last week led to PTI lawyer Salman Safdar being allowed to visit him. Following his visit, he submitted a report to the SC, which said only 15 per cent vision was left in the PTI founder’s right eye.This prompted a strong response from opposition alliance Tehreek Tahafuz-i-Ayeen Pakistan (TTAP), which began a sit-in at the Parliament House for the fulfilment of its demands for Imran’s treatment and examination.The protest, which began on Friday, entered its fourth day today, with TTAP Spokesperson Akhunzada Hussain Ahmed Yousafzai saying that it would continue till Tuesday.He shared this information with Dawn hours after a medical report was released following Imran’s examination at the Adiala jail on Sunday.“We have gone through Imran Khan’s medical report, but we will not be satisfied unless his family and personal physicians are allowed to meet him,” he said, adding that the opposition had asked for Imran’s cousin Dr Nosherwan Barki and other family physicians to be provided access to him.He also reiterated the opposition’s demand for shifting Imran to Shifa International Hospital, claiming: “We got a commitment from [Interior Minister] Mohsin Naqvi, [Parliamentary Affairs Minister] Tariq Fazal Chaudhry and [Prime Minister’s Assistant on Political Affairs] Rana Sanaullah that Imran Khan will be moved to the hospital.”But, he continued, the government sent a team to the Adiala jail instead for Imran’s medical examination.“The government deviated from its commitment,” he claimed.Earlier in the day, routes to the Parliament House, which were blocked ahead of the sit-in on Friday, were cleared.Speaking to Dawn in the morning, Yousafzai said it was a surprising step that all the routes had been cleared.“First of all, we are going to have breakfast after four days, as previously we were eating only dates and biscuits and were being forced to drink tap water. It has been decided to merge the sit-in at the Parliament lodges with the one at Parliament House,” he had added.The opposition’s sit-in was initially held at three places, including the Parliament House, led by TTAP head Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Allama Raja Nasir Abbas. The protest outside the Parliament Lodges was led by PTI parliamentarians, while at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House, KP CM Sohail Afridi led the demonstration.The sit-in at the KP House was also ongoing on Monday night, in which KP Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has also been participating.Speaking to the media there, he stressed that getting medical treatment under the supervision of his personal physicians and in the presence of his family was Imran’s constitutional right.“Imran Khan is not an ordinary prisoner. He is a former prime minister and the leader of a major political party,” Afridi said, adding that barring the PTI founder’s family and personal physicians from meeting him was increasing “apprehensions”.He stressed that the health of Imran Khan was a matter “beyond politics and must be treated accordingly”.If Imran’s medical report released today was accurate, “there is no justification for denying access to his personal doctors and family”, he said.On Sunday, a team of doctors examined the PTI founder at Adiala Jail and left the premises after around an hour, sources said.The party rejected the inspection conducted without his family and personal physicians, terming it “malicious”.Speaking to reporters on Sunday, PTI MNA Asad Qaiser said that his party, along with the opposition alliance, will continue the sit-in to pressure the government so that Imran can be taken to a hospital.“We will not compromise on Imran’s health,” he said, adding that the government was testing the stamina of the party.“We have decided to continue our sit-ins until our demands are accepted and our leader, Imran Khan, is taken to the Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad,” he told Dawn.
2026-02-16 17:44:57

Agoda Announces Japanese "Solo Travel" Trends
― Demand for solo travel expands both domestically and internationally, with domestic solo travel interest up 17% year on year ― TOKYO, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has released the latest search data on "solo travel" among Japanese travelers. According to accommodation search data from Agoda, interest in solo travel among Japanese travelers increased by 11% year on year for international travel and by 17% for domestic travel, revealing that demand for traveling alone is steadily expanding both within Japan and abroad. The data compares search activity by Japanese solo travelers from January 1 to December 31, 2025, with the same period in the previous year (2024). Popular Overseas Travel Destinations Among Japanese Solo Travelers For international travel, the cities that attracted the most interest from Japanese solo travelers are as follows: Seoul Bangkok Taipei Hong Kong Honolulu All of these cities share the advantages of convenient access from Japan, a strong sense of safety, and well-developed transportation infrastructure, making them popular choices as easy and reassuring destinations for first-time solo overseas travelers. Among them, Seoul stands out as a particularly popular destination for solo travelers, especially for trips focused on beauty and wellness. In addition, the ability to efficiently enjoy a wide range of experiences—such as dining, shopping, and sightseeing - even during short stays is also believed to be a key factor driving its appeal among Japanese solo travelers. Domestic Solo Travel Interest Also Expands, Especially in Regional Cities For domestic travel, interest in solo travel increased by 17% year on year, surpassing the growth seen in international travel. The cities with the highest search volumes among Japanese solo travelers were major urban centers such as Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and Yokohama. Meanwhile, the following regional cities emerged as destinations with particularly high growth in demand for solo travel. Chiba (up 67% year on year) Takamatsu (up 62% year on year) Okayama (up 46% year on year) Izumisano (up 41% year on year) Saitama (up 40% year on year) Many of these cities are characterized by convenient access to major airports or the presence of an airport, suggesting that they are being chosen not only for domestic trips but also as gateways for solo travel abroad. In particular, Takamatsu and Okayama stand out for their strong balance of convenience and tourism resources despite being regional cities and have garnered especially high popularity among Japanese solo travelers. These findings reflect a growing interest in regional cities that allow travelers to avoid crowds and enjoy trips at their own pace, as well as the needs of solo travelers who place importance on flexible itineraries centered around airports. Tadashi Ikai, Senior Country Director for Japan at Agoda shared, "In Japan, solo travel is becoming established not as a special travel style, but as an everyday choice. Domestically, interest is growing in regional cities, while internationally, travelers are interested in destinations that are easy to access and offer a sense of safety and comfort during their stay. Agoda will continue to provide accommodation options and travel products that cater to the diverse needs of solo travelers." Travelers can seamlessly search and book more than 6 million accommodations, 130,000+ flight routes, and 300,000+ activities through Agoda's platform. Attractive accommodation deals can be easily found via the Agoda mobile app or official website (Agoda.com).
2026-02-11 02:05:00

itel Launches Budget-friendly Smartphone A100C: A Breakthrough of An Unbeatable Durability and Good Price
SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- itel, a global Tech Empowerment brand ranked No.1 Smartphone Brand in 75USD price segment, launched its new smartphone A100C, designed for style, and durability. It delivers a high-quality texture, and smart AI interaction, all at a price point that makes these reliable features accessible to millions. A Tech Empowerment Brand, itel Always Consider Consumers First By leveraging an integrated global supply chain and lean operations running for over 15 years, itel continues to deliver smart life products with exceptional value, lowering smart technology barriers for consumers in emerging markets. The launch of A100C marks a milestone in itel's brand upgrade this year, bringing AI experience into the hands of the masses and ensuring that T3-5 Tiers users can access intelligent mobile experience with the same ease and enjoyment as those in developed markets. itel A100C Newly Launch with Durability and Budget-friendly Price itel A100C, Your Military-Grade Toughness Smartphone Choice A100C, the newly launch smartphone in Latin-American market, shatters the myth that toughness has to come with a towering price tag. Engineered to military standards and packed with reliable features, the itel A100C is your good partner for work, adventure, and everyday life. In the face of life's unpredictable moments and demanding environments, your smartphone shouldn't be a fragile piece of technology—it should be a rock-solid companion you can trust completely. The Smartphone A100C is built around Military-Grade Durability that exceeds industry standards, integrating advanced protective technology into every detail of its design. It's engineered to end your drop worries for good, so you can stay focused and brave, with zero compromises. Besides reliable protection, you can also enjoy an immersive visual experience on a 6.6" large and super clear display, with 90Hz high refresh rate and its 5000mAh 32 days long standby battery. Furthermore, it supports smart convenience features like NFC one-touch sharing, 1.2 KM Ultra-link free connection and infrared remote control make network transfer effortless. As a more than 15 years' global brand, itel truly refines the value in budget-friendly smartphone, poised to become the new benchmark for what consumers can expect from an accessible smartphone, lowering smart life products' barriers for consumers and effectively bringing a smooth experience in emerging markets. The itel A100C is designed as a perfect blend of style, stability, and everyday speed, which is perfect matching itel brand concept of serving more entry-level consumers with smart and reliable consumer electronics. About itel: Established over 15 years, itel is a Technology Empowerment Brand for masses. Adopting "Enjoy better life" as its brand philosophy, itel's mission is to provide budget-friendly consumer electronic products to emerging markets consumers. In 2025, itel has expanded its presence in more than 80 emerging markets globally, including SSA, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Middle East and Latin American. itel has a product portfolio of smartphones, electronics accessories, home appliances, and lifestyle products. In 2024 it ranked No.1 Global Smartphone brand under $75 and No.1 feature phone brand. For more information please visit: https://www.itel-life.com/
2026-02-09 16:00:00

’لڑکی کا انتظام کرو‘: ایپسٹین اور امبانی فیملی کا تعلق بھی سامنے آگیا
امریکی محکمہ انصاف کی جانب سے جاری کی گئی دستاویزات میں انکشاف ہوا ہے کہ بدنام زمانہ امریکی فنانسر اور جنسی مجرم جیفری ایپسٹین کے کاروباری، سیاسی اور تعلیمی حلقوں سے روابط صرف امریکا تک محدود نہیں تھے بلکہ ان کا دائرہ بھارت تک بھی پھیلا ہوا تھا۔ ان دستاویزات کے مطابق ایپسٹین نے برسوں تک بھارت کے ایک نمایاں کاروباری خاندان کے فرد انیل امبانی کے ساتھ تعلقات استوار کیے اور ان سے مسلسل رابطے میں رہا۔بھارتی ذرائع ابلاغ کے مطابق، دستاویزات سے ظاہر ہوتا ہے کہ جیفری ایپسٹین اور انیل امبانی کے درمیان پیغامات کا تبادلہ 2017 کے آغاز سے 2019 تک جاری رہا، یعنی اس وقت تک جب ایپسٹین پر کم سن افراد کی اسمگلنگ کے سنگین الزامات عائد نہیں ہوئے تھے۔2017 میں ایپسٹین نے امبانی خاندانی سے متعلق کچھ کتابیں بھی خریدیں تھیں، جن میں ان کی فیملی سے متعلق ذاتی معلومات درج تھیں۔ ان پیغامات میں دونوں کے درمیان عالمی امور، کاروبار، سماجی موضوعات اور ملاقاتوں کے منصوبوں پر گفتگو شامل تھی۔بھارتی میڈیا کے مطابق، محکمہ انصاف کی جانب سے جاری کی گئی دستاویز میں میسیجز پر کی گئی کچھ گفتگو شامل تھی،جن میں سے ایک پیغام میں انیل امبانی نے ایپسٹین کو لکھا: ”تو تم کیا تجویز کرو گے؟“جس کے جواب میں ایپسٹین نے جواب دیا: ”ایک لمبی سنہرے بالوں والی سویڈش عورت“۔جس کے فوراً بعد انیل امبانی نے مختصر طور پر اتفاق کا اظہار کرتے ہوئے لکھا: ”انتظام کرو“۔ دستاویزات کے مطابق ایپسٹین اور انیل امبانی کے درمیان پیرس میں ملاقات کے منصوبے بھی زیر بحث آئے، تاہم وہ ایک دوسرے سے مل نہ سکے۔جنوری 2018 میں سوئٹزرلینڈ کے شہر ڈاووس میں عالمی اقتصادی فورم کے دوران امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کے حوالے سے بھی ان کے درمیان گفتگو ہوئی۔ مئی 2019 میں جب انیل امبانی نے نیویارک جانے کا ذکر کیا تو ایپسٹین نے انہیں ملاقات کی دعوت دی اور کہا کہ اگر وہ کسی سے خاموشی سے ملنا چاہتے ہیں تو آگاہ کریں۔بعد ازاں ایپسٹین کے معاونین نے تصدیق کی کہ دونوں کے درمیان نیویارک میں ایپسٹین کے گھر ملاقات ہوئی۔بھارتی میڈیا کے مطابق، انیل امبانی کے نمائندے نے ان دستاویزات پر تبصرہ کرنے سے انکار کیا ہے۔یہ پیغامات اس بات پر مزید روشنی ڈالتے ہیں کہ 2008 میں فلوریڈا میں کم سن افراد سے متعلق جرم قبول کرنے کے باوجود ایپسٹین کس طرح کئی برس تک دنیا کے طاقتور اور امیر افراد تک رسائی رکھتا رہا اور پرتعیش طرز زندگی گزارتا رہا۔ 2019 میں گرفتاری کے بعد وہ جیل میں بظاہر خودکشی کے نتیجے میں ہلاک ہو گیا تھا۔ان دستاویزات میں یہ بھی سامنے آیا کہ 2017 میں ایپسٹین نے امبانی خاندان پر لکھی گئی کئی ڈیجیٹل کتابیں منگوائیں، جن میں خاندان کی کاروباری تاریخ اور اندرونی اختلافات کا ذکر تھا۔انیل امبانی اور ان کے بھائی مکیش امبانی کے درمیان والد دھیروبھائی امبانی کی وفات کے بعد کاروباری اثاثوں پر اختلافات رہے اور بالآخر دونوں نے کاروبار تقسیم کر لیا۔مکیش امبانی اس وقت ایشیا کے امیر ترین شخص ہیں، جبکہ انیل امبانی کی مالی حالت گزشتہ برسوں میں خاصی کمزور ہوئی ہے۔انیل امبانی کو اپنے ملک میں قانونی جانچ پڑتال کا بھی سامنا ہے۔ حال ہی میں بھارتی سپریم کورٹ نے وفاقی تحقیقاتی اداروں کو انیل امبانی اور ان کی کمپنیوں پر مبینہ بڑے بینک قرض فراڈ کی تحقیقات تیز کرنے کی ہدایت دی ہے۔ان دستاویزات میں شامل پیغامات اور روابط نے ایک بار پھر یہ سوال اٹھا دیا ہے کہ جیفری ایپسٹین کس طرح مختلف ممالک میں بااثر شخصیات تک رسائی حاصل کرتا رہا اور اس کا نیٹ ورک کس حد تک پھیلا ہوا تھا۔
2026-02-08 05:39:29

Sickness hits New Zealand camp in leadup to T20 World Cup
New Zealand batters Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway have been struck down with illness ahead of the T20 World Cup but head coach Rob Walter is hopeful of a clean bill of health before their tournament gets underway.Walter said the duo would miss a warmup match against the United States in Mumbai, while top-order batter Finn Allen will also rest as he recovers from a shoulder injury.“There’s a bit of illness in the camp unfortunately at the moment so Devon and Rachin are struggling with a viral infection which I suppose is part and parcel of touring,” Walter told reporters on Thursday.“Rachin’s next door to me and it hasn’t sounded good all night, so I think he might be struggling.”New Zealand launch their bid for a maiden T20 World Cup title against Afghanistan in Chennai on Sunday.All-rounder Michael Bracewell missed the recent 4-1 loss to India in the T20 warmup series with a calf injury but Walter expects him to be fit for Afghanistan, along with Allen.“Everyone’s sort of on track at this stage to be fit and healthy for game one, which is good news,” he said.New Zealand have struggled to build momentum since arriving in the subcontinent, with Jimmy Neesham falling ill and paceman Lockie Ferguson coming back from injury.While New Zealand lost the final T20 against India this week, Ferguson’s two-wicket spell was a bright spot for Walter, with the fast bowler expected to take a leading role in the absence of Adam Milne.“He has worked incredibly hard to get himself ready for the World Cup,” said Walter.“He said he was going to ease into it, but he was bowling 145 (kph). So if that’s him easing in, I’m looking forward to seeing what’s to come.”
2026-02-05 09:27:22

KSE-100 closes nearly 900 points higher after volatile trading
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed volatile trading on Monday, as its benchmark KSE-100 Index swayed in both directions before closing the day higher by nearly 900 points.The KSE-100 witnessed heavy selling in the first half, hitting an intra-day low of 182,792.40.However, sentiment improved in the latter half of the session, with the benchmark index hitting an intra-day high of 185,611.73.At close, the benchmark index settled at 185,057.83, up by 883.35 points or 0.48%.“The local bourse witnessed a seesaw session, juggling between cautious holds and selective buying throughout the day,” brokerage house Topline Securities said in its post-market report.Select index heavyweights—UBL, ENGROH, SYS and FATIMA—offered some support, collectively contributing 753 points to the index. However, this was outweighed by selling pressure in FFC, LUCK, HBL, INDU, and AICL, which together shaved 416 points off the benchmark, Topline said.“Investor sentiment improved following constructive geopolitical developments. Official statements from both the US and Iran indicated a willingness to pursue dialogue and avoid further escalation,” Ali Najib, Deputy Head of Trading, Arif Habib Ltd said.During the previous week, PSX remained under sustained pressure, as the KSE-100 Index retreated sharply amid disappointment over monetary policy, heightened geopolitical tensions and weaker-than-expected corporate earnings, before staging a strong rebound in the final session on easing external risks and government support measures. The KSE-100 Index closed the week at 184,174 points, registering a week-on-week decline of 4,992 points or 2.6%.Pakistan’s headline inflation clocked in at 5.8% on a year-on-year (YoY) basis in January 2026, showed Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) data on Monday, a reading in line with the Ministry of Finance’s estimate of 5-6%.The consumer price index (CPI) was recorded at 5.6% in December 2025. The CPI stood at 2.4% in January 2025.On month-on-month (MoM) basis, it increased by 0.4% in January 2026 as compared to a decrease of 0.4% in the previous month and an increase of 0.2% in January 2025.Internationally, Asian shares mostly followed Wall Street futures into the red on Monday as chaotic trading in precious metals made for ​a nervous start to a week that is packed with corporate earnings, central bank meetings and major economic data.Silver lost another 5% at one stage, ‌as Friday’s 30% plunge squeezed leveraged positions in what had become a very crowded trade. Dealers also said pressure on the UBS SDIC silver futures fund in China added to the rout.Oil prices fell around 3% as President Donald Trump said over the weekend Iran was “seriously talking” with Washington, perhaps lessening the risk of a US military strike on the country.The jitters saw MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan sink 1.7%, while South Korea shed 2.2%.Chinese blue chips were flat, with falls in gold indexes.Meanwhile, the Pakistani rupee posted marginal gain against the US dollar in the inter-bank market on Monday. At close, the local currency settled at 279.76, a gain of Re0.01 against the greenback.Volume on the all-share index decreased to 740.09 million from 805.14 million recorded in the previous close. The value of shares declined to Rs42.20 billion from Rs50.83 billion in the previous session.F. Nat.Equities was the volume leader with 191.18 million shares, followed by Hascol Petrol with 51.51 million shares, and K-Electric Ltd with 38.31 million shares.Shares of 487 companies were traded on Monday, of which 214 registered an increase, 222 recorded a fall, and 51 remained unchanged.
2026-02-02 13:29:12

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